Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Freedom |
| Year | 2019 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1983 Freedom 36 is 1.17m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319. The 1983 Freedom 36 displaces approximately 30% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.57 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1983 Freedom 36, with an SA/D of 14.88 and 49.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1983 Freedom 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1983 Freedom 36 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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